Preconstruction Associate — Renewable Energy Projects

D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end bonus

Medical coverage

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Wellness reimbursement

Family building benefits

Charitable gift match program

Job summary

DESRI is seeking Preconstruction Associates to support the planning, design, and early-stage execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects. This role collaborates with development, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to advance projects from late-stage development through financial close and into construction readiness.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytically strong, and capable of managing multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in renewable energy, construction, engineering, or project management.
• Familiarity with utility-scale solar, wind, or energy storage projects preferred.
• Experience supporting EPC procurement or construction execution and cost modeling.

Responsibilities

• Support preconstruction activities across solar, storage, and wind projects, from late-stage development through notice to proceed (NTP).
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners (EPCs, consultants, suppliers).
• Assist in managing EPC procurement processes, including RFP development, bid evaluation, and contract negotiation.
• Track and develop project schedules, budgets, and key milestones to align with timelines.
• Support constructability reviews, site diligence, value engineering, and risk assessments.
• Review engineering deliverables, site plans, and technical documentation for completeness.
• Assist in developing project budgets, cost estimates, and financial model inputs.
• Help manage interconnection, permitting, and site readiness considerations as they relate to construction.
• Prepare internal memos, presentations, and investment committee materials.
• Maintain organized documentation and data rooms for project execution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

DESRI is seeking Preconstruction Associates to support the planning, design, and early-stage execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects. This role collaborates with development, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to advance projects from late-stage development through financial close and into construction readiness.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytically strong, and capable of managing multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.